Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Nizamuddin West Association Vs Union of India & Others dated 16/04/2025. The matter related to desilting of 24 drains with special focus on two drains - Kushak drain and Sunheri Pul drain before the monsoon. The court was informed that …
India today singed a pact with the World Bank for $250-million financial assistance for Andhra Pradesh Disaster Recovery Project, which will help the state enhance its capacity to respond promptly and effectively in times of crisis. The financing agreement was signed by the Centre, the Andhra Pradesh government and the …
Reeling under the scorching sun, people in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana allege official apathy. For Chinni Shankar Rao and his wife, Lakshmikantamma, it was an intolerable day, with the sun beating down mercilessly on their little kirana shop. The elderly couple from Addanki, a small town in Prakasam district of …
Reeling under the scorching sun, people in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana allege official apathy. For Chinni Shankar Rao and his wife, Lakshmikantamma, it was an intolerable day, with the sun beating down mercilessly on their little kirana shop. The elderly couple from Addanki, a small town in Prakasam district of …
Visakhapatnam: The Sitakunda forest under Kambalakonda Wildlife Sanctuary has been turned into a dumping ground. Garbage, especially construction debris from different parts of the city is dumped here since the last six months but authorities seem to be least concerned about it. It may be noted that both sides of …
Minister of State for Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Earth Sciences Shri Y. S. Chowdary informed Rajya Sabha that towards possible development of long-term solution solution, data collection and documentation of shore erosion has been carried out at different stretches in the states of Tamil Nadu (Poovar …
The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (Intach), Vizag chapter, has demanded a probe into the blatant violation of Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) norms by AP Tourism Development Corporation (APTDC), which is erecting concrete structures just 50 metres from the sea at Rushikonda Beach. Intach representatives, who visited …
In a classic case of the rule-maker turning rule-breaker, the government, which is supposed to enforce coastal regulation zone (CRZ) norms and ensure that no permanent structures come up within 500 metres of the high tide line, is itself blatantly flouting the rules at Rushikonda Beach! Forget 500 metres, the …
Environmental pollution in Visakhapatnam city is a reality and immediate measures should be taken with an effective action plan for implementation within a specific time frame, felt Ashwani Kumar, chairman of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology, Environment and Forests. The committee asked the state government to prepare …
For Vizag to emerge as a smart city, it must first fix nagging problems like rampant pollution and coastal regulation zone (CRZ) violations, said Ashwani Kumar, chairman, Parliamentary Standing Committee on Science and Technology, Environment and Forests, here on Monday. "The environment challenges in Vizag are several and real and …
Instances of chronic respiratory illnesses such as COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder) are on the rise in key AP cities, exacerbated mainly by air pollution and aided by cold weather, early morning smog and the habit of smoking. Medical experts point out that COPD cases are no longer just restricted …
NTPC Simhadri Super Thermal Power Station has launched a scheme for converting biodegradable waste into manure and distribution at Deepanjalinagar Township near Parawada for raising plants. After unfurling the tricolour at the Republic Day parade, NTPC Group General Manager A.K. Samanta said they had earmarked Rs.7 crore for various schemes …
NTPC Limited's proposed 4000 MW project at Pudimadaka near Visakhapatnam faces environment approval hurdle. The State had identified the site and allotted land for the project. Now with the project faced with environmental hurdle and objection, it is to be seen how the Government and NTPC would go about addressing …
With beach erosion turning into a major concern for residents of Vizag, the Andhra University and the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) have taken up studies to prevent further damage to the coast. In an e-mailed response to TOI, NIOT director MA Atmanand said the institute is involved in …
Andhra Pradesh Government is contemplating levying ‘Green cess’ for the overall improvement in the forest cover and greenery to reduce impact of climate change and cyclones. The proposal is under the consideration for generating dedicated fund for greenery on the lines of road cess, said Forest Minister Bojjala Gopala Krishna …
Visakhapatnam: Five days after Cyclone Hudhud wrecked havoc, relief and restoration works are still underway and Vizag is still reeling under darkness due to power blackout. The death toll rose to 38. On Thursday, power was restored in areas like Pendurthy, Anakapalle, Tarluvada and Araku and electricity department officials are …
Hyderabad: District authorities on Wednesday reported nine more death cases in the wake of the devastation caused by cyclone Hudhud even as the worst-hit Visakhapatnam city was limping back to normalcy with adequate supplies of essential commodities. The State Disaster Management Authority this evening put the death toll due to …
Visakhapatnam: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the exact financial loss caused by Cyclone Hudhud is yet to be calculated even as initial estimates indicate that it can go up to Rs 70,000 crore. The situation in north coastal districts is still grim and all efforts are being …
Beaches Failed To Bear Mindless Exploitation To Set Up Plush Establishments In less than 24 hours, Visakhapatnam lost a sizeable chunk of its beaches to the speeding Cyclone Hudhud that rampaged through the Port City on Sunday. This ruthless devastation, environmentalists point out, has largely been a result of the …
“It is imperative to assess sea level rise, storm surge and cyclones” A devastated Vishakapatnam has brought home the need for coastal cities to be climate resilient in terms of extreme events with respect to preparation and infrastructure. Recent studies indicate that there is a long way to go in …
Visakhapatnam: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in cyclone-hit Visakhapatnam on Tuesday afternoon to take review damage, rescue and relief operations in the city. Andhra Pradesh Governor ESL Narasimhan, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister M Venkaiah Naidu, Civil Aviation Minister P Ashok Gajapathi Raju, BJP MP from …
